Public Transport

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 July 2020

Wednesday, 15 July 2020

Ceisteanna (86)

Seán Sherlock

Ceist:

86. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if funding will be provided to allow Irish Rail users to host their tickets on their smartphones to reduce the need for physical tickets and ticket kiosks. [16224/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding relating to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operation of public transport.

The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Iarnród Éireann. I have therefore referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.

Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51.